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Post-Award Administrator, Sponsored Projects Services

University at Buffalo · United States
Deadline
Apr 14, 2027
Closing in 177 days
Location
N/A
United States
Employment
Permanent
Full time
Reference
N/A
Posted Oct 16, 2026
Offered salary$80,000 - $85,000

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Post-Award Administrator, Sponsored Projects Services

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Posting Details

Position Information
Fiscal Year 2026-2027
Position Title Post-Award Administrator, Sponsored Projects Services
Classification Title Contract and Grant Specialist I
Department Sponsored Projects Services
Posting Number R260161
Posting Link https://www.ubjobs.buffalo.edu/postings/64658
Employer Research Foundation
Position Type RF Professional
Job Type Full-Time
Appointment Term
Salary Grade E.5
Posting Detail Information
Position Summary Sponsored Projects Services(SPS) within the Research, Innovation, and Economic Development division at the State University of New York at Buffalo is searching for a Post-Award Administrator. This position is responsible for the non-financial management of awarded sponsored projects, ensuring compliance with university and sponsor regulations throughout the lifecycle of the project. This role serves as a key liaison between the university’s research community and external sponsors.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Thoroughly examine notice of awards to ensure they align with university policies and sponsor requirements.
  • Initiate and manage the setup of new sponsored accounts upon award confirmation, overseeing non-financial post-award activities, including project establishment, documentation, and compliance monitoring.
  • Conduct training sessions on post-award non-financial processes and ensure compliance with both internal policies and sponsor requirements.
  • Collaborate with research administration colleagues and other university stakeholders to ensure seamless project management, protocol adherence, and timely communication of project changes.
  • Facilitate administrative actions for sponsor prior approval activity.
  • Serve as the designated point of contact with sponsors for the submission of final reports and non-financial closeout documents as the authorized institutional representative.
  • Resolve complex post-award issues by leveraging deep knowledge of sponsor-side requirements, acting as a problem solver and solution finder to ensure compliance and project continuity.

Learn more:
  • Our benefits, where we prioritize your well-being and success to enhance every aspect of your life.
  • Being a part of the University at Buffalo community.

The Research Foundation of SUNY is an EOE and welcomes all to apply including veterans and individuals with a disability.
Minimum Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s degree and 4 years of experience in public or business administration or similar role, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Attention to detail and the ability to work with a high degree of accuracy
  • Ability to work in a diverse, deadline-driven environment
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Adobe
  • Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States by their start date. The University at Buffalo does not guarantee that it will sponsor, support, or otherwise assist with obtaining work authorization
Preferred Qualifications
  • Master’s degree preferred
  • Knowledge of federal government agencies and budget processes
  • Grant writing and/or administration experience
  • Experience in planning, leading, documenting, and managing projects
Our University Community
Physical Demands
Driving Requirements This position will never drive a university owned vehicle.
Salary Range $80,000 - $85,000
Additional Salary Information The salary range reflects our good faith and reasonable estimate of the possible compensation at the time of posting, the role and associated responsibilities, and the experience, education, and training of the selected candidate.
Work Hours 37.5 hours per week
Campus North Campus
Posting Alerts
Special Instructions Summary
Is a background check required for this posting? No
Background Check Notification
Contact Information
Contact's Name Stacey Brown
Contact's Pronouns She/her/hers
Contact's Title HR Specialist
Contact's Email [email protected]
Contact's Phone 716-645-4492
Posting Dates
Posted 10/07/2026
Deadline for applicants Open Until Filled
Date to be filled
References
Number of references required 3
Reference Cutoff Date
Instructions to Applicant

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

  1. * Please indicate your current employment affiliation with the University at Buffalo.
    • Faculty
    • Faculty Student Association (FSA)
    • Research Foundation Employee
    • State Classified
    • State Professional
    • UB Foundation
    • TA/GA
    • Student
    • No Current Employment Affiliation
  2. * How did you first hear about this employment opportunity?
    • AcademicKeys.com
    • CareerExposure.com
    • CareerWomen.com
    • Chronicle of Higher Education
    • DiversitySearch.com
    • GoogleJobs.com
    • HERCjobs.org
    • HigherEdJobs.com
    • IMDiversity.com
    • Indeed.com
    • LinkedIn.com
    • MBACareers.com
    • Conference
    • Personal Referral
    • UBJobs.buffalo.edu
    • Other
    • WNY Jobs
  3. * Will you now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g. H-1B visa status)?
    • Yes
    • No

Documents Needed To Apply

Required Documents
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  2. Resume
Optional Documents

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